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RM04 ROB

2009 BMW K Series

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,110 mi
Last recorded42,110 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW K Series22,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRM04 ROB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 42,110 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 41,591 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 40,719 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 35,485 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 31,491 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 27,572 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 25,968 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 23,942 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 19,649 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 17,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2015 16,758 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 14,475 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 13,290 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 13,290 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 12,666 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2012 12,666 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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RM04 ROB is a 2009 BMW K Series in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 22,995 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RM04 ROB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 17 years old, this BMW K Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RM04 ROB registered?

RM04 ROB is a 2009 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 January 2009.

Is RM04 ROB safe to buy?

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